Geometric Moray
Gymnothorax griseus
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 1 to 40 m
- Max size: 65 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small moray of shallow coastal coral and rocky reefs, it grows to about 65 centimetres and is a simultaneous hermaphrodite, carrying both male and female tissue at once. Like its kin it shelters in crevices, mouth working steadily to push water across the gills.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Muraenidae › Gymnothorax
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 271838.
FAQ
- How deep does the Geometric Moray live?
- The Geometric Moray (Gymnothorax griseus) is typically found at 1 to 40 m.
- Is the Geometric Moray dangerous to divers?
- The Geometric Moray is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Geometric Moray get?
- The Geometric Moray grows to about 65 cm.